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us-politics-and-policy5 days ago•4 min saved

Trump delays AI regulation order amid White House rift over scope

President Donald Trump abruptly postponed signing a long‑planned executive order to vet AI models for national security and cyber risks after weeks of White House infighting over the plan’s scope; the proposal would have seen leading AI firms voluntarily submit models for government checks, but Trump said he didn’t like certain aspects and wanted to avoid hindering US leadership and job growth, as public concern over AI safety and impact grows.

via Financial Times|

#artificial-intelligence #donald-trump #technology-regulation

technology27 days ago•6 min saved

China’s NDRC flexes new regulatory power, orders Meta to unwind Manus AI deal

China’s National Development and Reform Commission has ordered Meta to unwind its $2 billion Manus AI acquisition, signaling Beijing’s expanded use of the NDRC as a central regulator over security-sensitive tech and marking a new phase in China’s tech governance akin to a domestic CFIUS, with broader implications for cross-border deals, supply chains and AI strategy amid US-China tensions.

via Financial Times|

#artificial-intelligence #chinese-politics-and-policy #meta-platforms

technology-regulation1 month ago•4 min saved

xAI challenges Colorado's pioneering AI-discrimination law in court

Elon Musk’s xAI filed a federal lawsuit challenging Colorado’s first state AI anti-discrimination law, claiming it violates First Amendment free speech by forcing developers to promote the state’s ideological views; the law aims to curb algorithmic discrimination across sectors like education and housing, requires risk disclosures and data corrections, and allows consumers to appeal adverse decisions, with an effective date set for the summer.

via Financial Times|

#artificial-intelligence #colorado #technology-regulation

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

Bernie Sanders urges pause and regulation on AI development

US Senator Bernie Sanders criticizes AI as a highly consequential technology that could threaten jobs and mental health, calling for a slowdown in AI development and regulation, while highlighting concerns about the motives of tech billionaires and the impact on society, especially minors.

via The Guardian|

#ai-criticism #bernie-sanders #economic-impact

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

MLB to Regulate Data and Tech Use in Minors for Fair Play

Major League Baseball will regulate in-game data and technology in minor leagues starting next season to ensure all teams have equal access, aiming to promote fairness and curb the current arms race in technological investments, though it raises concerns about innovation and existing investments.

via The New York Times|

#data-parity #minor-league-baseball #mlb

world10 months ago•1 min saved

China Pushes for Global AI Governance and Cooperation

China has proposed the creation of a global body to oversee artificial intelligence development and regulation, aiming to establish international standards and cooperation in the rapidly advancing technology sector.

via Financial Times|

#artificial-intelligence #china #global-governance

entertainment11 months ago•4 min saved

M3GAN 2.0: From Killer Doll to Spy Hero in a Mixed Sci-Fi Sequel

M3GAN 2.0 is a campy, action-packed sequel that humorously explores AI themes, featuring a more evil android and a fight for tech regulation, while embracing its silly premise with energetic fight scenes and tech references.

via Engadget|

#action-film #ai #campy-horror

technology-regulation2 years ago•3 min saved

"EU Launches Sweeping Probes into Apple, Google, and Meta Under New Tech Law"

The European Commission has launched investigations into Apple, Google, and Meta under the new Digital Markets Act, which aims to prevent Big Tech companies from dominating digital markets. The companies are being scrutinized for potential non-compliance with rules related to app store practices, preference for their own services, and user choice in web browsers and ad-free options. The investigations are expected to be completed within 12 months.

via The Associated Press|

#apple #digital-markets-act #european-union

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"UN Secures Landmark Consensus on First AI Resolution"

The United Nations General Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution on artificial intelligence, backed by 123 countries including the United States, to ensure the safe, secure, and trustworthy development and use of AI. The resolution aims to bridge the digital divide between developed and developing nations, promote global consensus on AI governance, and harness AI for achieving UN development goals. It also encourages the development of regulatory frameworks and warns against improper use of AI systems, emphasizing the importance of respecting human rights and fundamental freedoms throughout the AI life cycle.

via The Associated Press|

#artificial-intelligence #global-governance #resolution

technology-regulation2 years ago•3 min saved

"EU's Digital Markets Act: Impact on Tech Giants and Regulatory Compliance"

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) takes effect in the European Union, targeting tech giants like Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft, imposing strict regulations and hefty fines for non-compliance. The EU aims to create a level playing field in the digital sector and has already influenced global tech regulation, with governments worldwide considering similar legislation. The DMA, alongside the Digital Services Act, signals a new era of tech regulation, but certain digital markets remain outside its scope.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#antitrust #digital-markets-act #european-union

technology-regulation2 years ago•2 min saved

"EU Launches Formal Probe into TikTok Over Content Breaches and Child Safety Concerns"

The European Union has launched a formal investigation into TikTok over potential breaches of online content rules, focusing on issues such as protecting minors, transparent advertising, addictive design, screen time limits, and privacy settings. The investigation comes under the new Digital Services Act (DSA) and could result in fines of up to 6% of TikTok's global turnover if found guilty. TikTok has stated its commitment to working with experts to ensure the safety of young users and looks forward to explaining its efforts to the European Commission. This marks the second DSA investigation after Elon Musk's social media platform X faced scrutiny in December.

via Reuters|

#dsa #eu #investigation

technology-regulation2 years ago•6 min saved

"Senate Set to Pass Updated Kids Online Safety Act Amid Tech Companies' Efforts to Erase Abortion Information"

The Senate is on the verge of passing the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), a significant piece of tech regulation aimed at protecting children online by imposing new obligations on digital platforms to prevent harm and enhance privacy settings for younger users. The bill has garnered bipartisan support and addresses concerns about targeting LGBT youths and stifling speech online. While it faces an unclear path in the House, its passage in the Senate could pressure the House to follow suit. The push for stricter regulations comes amid mounting bipartisan concern about the impact of social media on children's mental health and exposure to harmful content online.

via The Washington Post|

#child-safety #kids-online-safety-act #senate

technology-economics2 years ago•2 min saved

"IMF Warns: AI Set to Disrupt 40% of Global Jobs and Deepen Inequality"

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) will impact nearly 40% of all jobs, potentially exacerbating inequality, with higher-income and younger workers likely to see wage increases while lower-income and older workers may fall behind. The IMF urges policymakers to address this trend and implement comprehensive social safety nets and retraining programs to make the AI transition more inclusive. As global leaders gather at the World Economic Forum, AI regulation is a hot topic, with the EU, China, and the US all taking steps to regulate the use and development of AI.

via BBC.com|

#ai #imf #inequality